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Darius Stills and Boar Hunt Recap with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval Apr 28, 2021

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A visit with Darius Stills and the long-awaited boar hunt recap highlight episode 285 of Three Guys Before The Game.
All-American Darius Stills joins the “Guys” on the eve of the NFL draft. He talks about his transition to professional football and predictions for next season’s Mountaineer football team.
Dave Whittaker, founder of Warriors in the Field, provides a recap of Tony’s much anticipated weekend boar hunt.
Listener questions and calls complete the show.
Join the crew next week for another look inside WVU sports.

Gold and Blue Preview with coach Andrew Jackson Apr 22, 2021

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The Mountaineer football team plays the annual Gold and Blue scrimmage game on Saturday afternoon. On this episode, the "Guys" introduce you to defensive line coach Andrew Jackson and preview the game.
Jackson, who coached against WVU in 2019 while at James Madison, comes to Morgantown after making stops at a number of schools including Penn State and Mississippi State.
The conversation ranges from defensive line play to leadership and outdoor cooking.
Brad, Hoppy and Tony also answer listener texts and preview the weekend boar-hunting expedition.
The crew returns next week with a recap and special interview.

Blaine Stewart Visits Tony Caridi and Brad Howe Apr 13, 2021

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Football is the family business for Blaine Stewart. The son of the late WVU football coach Bill Stewart, was 5-years old when his dad arrived in Morgantown as an assistant coach for Don Nehlen.
Two decades later, Blaine Stewart is ready to begin his fourth season on the coaching staff of the Pittsburgh Steelers. At 26-years old, his rise within the coaching ranks has been nothing but impressive.
Along the way, he's experienced the highs and lows of being a coach's son, a player and a professional coach.
On this episode of Three Guys Before The Game, Brad Howe and Tony Caridi take a walk down memory lane with Blaine to get his insights and reflections on a memorable era of West Virginia University football and his current role with the Steelers organization.
Join the "Guys" next week as they preview the annual Gold and Blue Spring Game.

A Visit With Anthony Becht with Tony Caridi and Brad Howe Apr 08, 2021

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Former Mountaineer Anthony Becht by definition is a retired NFL veteran who played for more than a decade. However, retired is the last thing anyone would call Becht.
The multi-talented player turned broadcaster, coach and entrepreneur catches up with Brad Howe and Tony Caridi on episode 282 of Three Guys Before The Game.
Becht, who's currently preparing for NFL draft coverage, is also guiding his son through the college football recruiting process.
The "Guys" also answer listener questions which include an over-under betting scenario for Tony's upcoming boar hunt.
Join them next week for analysis of where WVU's current receiving corps compare to past WVU pass catchers. It's an insightful and interesting study on what the future may hold for Mountaineer pass catchers.

Spring Fling with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval Mar 31, 2021

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The "Guys" return with their first episode focused on WVU spring football practice.
Is there a quarterback battle? Have WVU receivers improved? How much should we know about why players enter their name in the transfer portal?
Those questions and many more are answered by Brad Howe, Hoppy Kercheval and Tony Caridi as they transition from winter to spring.
Join them again next week as they breakdown the Mountaineer defense and update the busy transfer market.

Hoop Season Review with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval Mar 23, 2021

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How should we define the just completed West Virginia University basketball season?
The "Guys" make their best attempt at answering the question from multiple perspectives.
There's no question, the 2020-21 season was the most unique in school history and perhaps that will be the lasting memory.
Like most teams, the Mountaineers experienced highs and lows along the way and created some vivid memories and record setting performances. However, a 2-4 record in the month of March tarnished a near perfect February record of 6-1.
Listener questions and comments round out the show.

Driveway Dreamer: The Story of Mike Gansey Mar 19, 2021

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Driveway Dreamer is the story of West Virginia University basketball Hall-of-Fame player Mike Gansey. It details his record setting career and the obstacles his faced to become one of the Mountaineers' greatest players. Narrated by Tony Caridi. Produced by Dan Lohmann of Pikewood Creative.

Morehead State Preview with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval Mar 17, 2021

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The West Virginia University basketball team is ready to attempt a March Madness run.
The No. 3 seeded Mountaineers meet Morehead State Friday night inside Lucas Oil Stadium.
On this episode, the "Guys" take a very deep dive into the key statistics and storylines that will ultimately decide whether WVU advances into Sunday's second round.
Listener questions and comments complete the show along with general comments on why Hoppy Kercheval has become difficult to please.
Join the crew Monday for their recap of the weekend action.

NCAA Preview with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval Mar 15, 2021

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The West Virginia University basketball team has arrived in Indianapolis where it will compete in a most unusual NCAA tournament.
The Mountaineers are one of 68 schools who will play later this week in the state of Indiana. NCAA organizers are hoping a "bubble concept" will allow teams to stay healthy to play college sports' most profitable championship event.
On this episode, the "Guys" react to the Mountaineers favorable No. 3 seeding and the Big 12 Conference success of placing seven teams in the tournament field.
It's just the third time in school history that WVU will enter the tourney seeded No. 3 or better. However, there are no guarantees. Third seeded WVU lost in an opening-round stunner to No. 14 seed Stephen F. Austin in 2016.
Listener questions round out the show. Three Guys returns Thursday with a comprehensive preview of Friday's game against Morehead State.

The Waiting Game with Tony Caridi, Brad Howe and Hoppy Kercheval Mar 12, 2021

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All the WVU basketball team can do now is wait.
The No. 10 Mountaineers will learn their NCAA fate on Sunday night. Where will the Mountaineers be seeded and who they'll play are just a few of the questions that will be answered when the brackets are released.
On this episode, the "Guys" review the Big 12 tournament quarterfinal round loss to No. 12 Oklahoma State and try to identify what must be improved before returning to action next week.
What are the key statistics that WVU must target for its best chance to advance?
Listener questions and comments complete the show along with the unveiling of a special gift from a Three Guys listener.
Brad, Hoppy and Tony return with an NCAA tournament preview on Monday.

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